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STRESS & TIME

MANAGEMENT

Presentation Path

Introduction

Kinds & Causes of Stress

Work Stress

Factors Influencing Work Stress at Work Place

Effects of Stress

Stress Related Illness

ABC Strategy

Tips to Reduce Stress & Handling Stress at Work Place

Time Management

Health Stress News

Conclusion

What is STRESS ?

Stress is often termed as a 20th century syndrome, born out of man’s race towards modern progress and its ensuing complexities.

Stress is a normal physical response to events that make you feel threatened or upset your balance in some way.

You are responsible for your STRESS because nobody can generate stress in your mind, stress can only be generated in your mind by Your Self only….

Kinds of STRESS

EUSTRESS (+ve)

DISTRESS (-ve)

EUSTRESS OR POSITIVE STRESS

Enables Concentration

Increases Performance

Energizes you into Motion

DISTRESS OR NEGATIVE STRESS

Loss of Motivation

Reduces Effectiveness

Physical, Mental and Behavioral Problems

External

Internal

EXTERNAL STRESS

Physical Environment: Noise, Bright Lights, Increased Urbanization, Congested Places…

Social: Rudeness, Aggressiveness on part of someone else, Seclusion from Society….

Organizational: Rules, Regulations….

Major Life Events: Death of near or dear ones, Loss of Job….

Daily Hassles: Mechanical Breakdowns, Misplacing Keys, Neighborhood Problems….

Religious

INTERNAL STRESS

Negative Self Talk

Pessimistic Thinking

Self-Criticism

Over-Analyzing

Unrealistic Expectations

Taking things Personally

All-or-nothing thinking

Rigid thinking

Overloaded Schedule

HABITS such as tea, coffee, pan, tobacco

WORK STRESS

also known as Occupational Stress….

The adverse reaction people have due to Excessive Pressures or other types of demand placed on them at Work.

Stress is not an Illness – it is a state. However, if stress becomes too excessive and prolonged, mental and physical illness may develop.

Factors Influencing Work Stress at Work Place

DEMANDS

RELATIONSHIPS

CHANGE

DESIGN OF TASK

MANAGEMENT STYLE

WORKING CONDITIONS

EFFECTS OF STRESS

Memory Problems

Inability to Concentrate

Constant Worrying

Eating more or less

Feeling Overwhelmed

Depression or Unhappiness

Sleep Problems

Frequent Headaches

Breathing Problems

Forgetfulness

Confused all the Time

Increased Frustration, Irritability, Edginess

Overreaction to Petty Annoyances

Reduced Work Efficiency

Digestive Problems

Trouble Learning New Information

Feeling of Loneliness or Worthlessness

STRESS

RELATED

ILLNESS

Heart Diseases

Asthma

Obesity

Diabetes

Migraine, Headaches & Back Problems

Gastrointestinal problems

Alzheimer’s disease

Accelerated aging

Premature Death

ABC STRATEGY

A = Awareness

B = Balance

C = Control

Tips to Reduce Stress

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Managing Stress is all about Taking Charge.

Taking charge of your Thoughts, Emotions, Environment, Schedule, And the way you deal with the Problems.

Stress Management starts with Identifying the Sources of Stress in your Life.

Never go for Unhealthy way of coping stress like Smoking, Drinking, Using Drugs for Relaxation.

Handling Stress at Work Place

Figure Out where the Stress is coming from.

Consider what you can control – and work on that.

Visualize and Communicate your Vision.

Take short breaks – stand up, stretch, breathe deeply & shake off the accumulating tension.

Laugh, Crack some Jokes, Do your Goofiest Impression.

Manage your TIME Well.

Keep a to-do list in order to manage your priorities.

Take care of yourself by eating right, getting enough sleep, drinking plenty of water and engaging in regular physical activity.

Ask for professional help if you find that you cannot manage stress effectively.

Finding a Healthy balance between Work and Home Life.

TIME MANAGEMENT

change stressful situation

Learn better ways to manage your time. You may get more done with less stress if you make a Schedule. Think about which things are more important and do them First.

TIME MANAGEMENT

A Key to reduce Work Stress

Schedule a Time table.

Prioritized your Work.

Assign Time for each Activity.

Learn to say NO.

Avoid Distractions.

Set Realistic Goals for yourself.

One in 5 (19%) takes a sick day because of stress, however, 90% gave a different reason for their absence.

One in 10 (9%) has left a job because of stress and one in 4 (25%) has thought about quitting because of pressure at work.

One in 5 (19%) felt he/she couldn't tell the boss about the overwhelming stress.

According to Dr. Goodall, effective communication is just as vital as providing good health services.

On-the-Job Stress won’t raise your risk for Cancer.

Stressed out women may be more sensitive to Sounds.

HEALTH STRESS NEWS

CONCLUSION

Modern life is full of hassles, deadlines, frustrations and demands. For many people stress is so commonplace that it has become a way of life. Stress isn’t always bad. In small doses, it can help you perform under pressure and motivate you to do your best. But when you’re constantly running in emergency mode, your mind and body pays the price. You can protect yourself by recognizing the signs and symptoms of stress and taking steps to reduce its harmful effects.

So enjoy your life as it comes

…………. and always be Happy